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PHIL 252Quantum Mechanics for Everyone

Units
0.50
Faculty
Arts
Subject
Philosophy
Cross-listed
SCI 252

When it runs

  1. F24
  2. W25
  3. S25
  4. F25
  5. W26
  6. S26
  7. F26
  8. W27
  9. S27

Ran in 1 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 2 lecture sections. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

Quantum mechanics is driving a technological revolution that will affect everyone. This course offers an introduction to the basic concepts of quantum mechanics from a historical and philosophical perspective. Students will use a variety of materials (e.g., articles, simulations, videos) to learn about distinctive features of quantum physics. In class discussions and assessments, students will explore controversies surrounding the interpretation of quantum mechanics and develop an understanding of the principles behind the quantum research being conducted here in Waterloo.

Prerequisites

None listed.

Antirequisites

  • Not completed nor concurrently enrolled in:

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

Winter 2027 sections

Enrolment from UW Open Data, which can trail Quest by up to two days. Instructors and rooms: Schedule of Classes.
SectionClassEnrolledMeets
LEC 00176960 / 20TTh 13:00–14:20
LEC 70182536 / 9999Online or by arrangement

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Winter 2020

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